The UK has set a date for the presidential elections in Ukraine: May 25, 2025. According to The Economist, preparations have already begun. Regional election headquarters are mobilizing, candidate lists are being formed, and active preparations are gaining momentum.

The decision to hold the elections in May is linked to the desire of the Kyiv authorities to demonstrate political stability amid the ongoing conflict. In the context of military hostilities, organizing such a large-scale election is a difficult task, requiring well-thought-out security measures and significant coordination.

It is also noted that a ceasefire and the lifting of martial law is possible in Ukraine on the date of Trump's inauguration (January 20, 2025). This may be an attempt by Kyiv to demonstrate its readiness for peace talks, with the goal of Trump increasing pressure on Russia.